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6.06.2012

"After a while you learn the subtle difference between holding a hand and chaining a soul. An you learn that love doesn’t mean leaning and company doesn’t mean security. And you begin to learn that kisses aren’t promises. And you begin to accept your defeats with your head up and your eyes open, with the grace of an adult, not the grief of a child. And you learn to build all your roads on today because tomorrow’s ground is too uncertain for plans. After a while you learn that even sunshine burns if you get too much. So plant your garden and decorate your own soul, instead of waiting for someone to bring you flowers. And you learn that you really are strong. And you really do have worth."-Veronica Softshall

5.08.2012

A couple weeks ago was my grandmother's 85th birthday. One of her favourite things to do each year is go to Canton - a place where a flea market is organized the first Monday of each month. So we went last weekend, and here were some of my finds.

An old, old phone. I would love to rewire one of these and use it as a current phone.

5.07.2012

Whether it's deciding how to budget expenses or how to decorate your home, the Everygirl has something for everyone! They've got I check this site on a weekly basis for new posts. This site has a dedicated team committed to excellence. If you haven't checked it out, head there now! They're also on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

I've moved back home from college for the summer until next semester, and I've had home decor and organization on the brain. So I've done a little search on how to keep my new home clean and organized. I know a lot of my friends are about to move into their first places, and I hope this helps some of you.

1. PICK UP AFTER YOURSELF

It's not that hard. A little bit of time here and there NOW will save you from 30 minutes here and an hour there later. This can mean cleaning your dishes as soon as your done with them or not allowing yourself to throw your clothes on the floor after the third time you've changed. Hang them back up or throw them in the laundry basket. I always ask myself if the house will be clean (and I mean actually clean) when I leave for the day. If the answer is yes, I've done my job. If not, I still have work to do.

2. YOU NEED A LANDING STRIP

Have a specific place that you keep your necessities. This is where you will put those things when you come home. Your keys, wallet and purse all need a safe home so that you A) won't lose them, B) won't waste time tearing up your house looking for them, and C) will leave the rest of your home clutter-free. A hatstand, a wall hook or a dish on a side table may be your go-to place.

3. DON'T LET IT STACK UP

This is true in the home I grew up in and it's true in the sorority house: mail stacks up and it looks messy. Have a place to put your mail. Go through the mail as you get it so it doesn't stack up. If you like to keep magazines that you get, find a storage solution. I'm looking for a bookshelf for my new place where i can keep all of my magazines and books.

4. IF YOU USE IT THERE, KEEP IT THEREIf it works for you, keeps you on-routine and organized, then do it even if it seems silly... this is your house after all. I like to keep my extra set of sheets under the mattress. It eliminates the need for the cabinets, creating more cabinet-storage room.

5. IF YOU DON'T USE IT, GET RID OF IT

Pretty self-explanatory. If you haven't used it in the last six months, you probably don't really need it.

Any tips you'd like to add? Comment here or email deathofchivalry@gmail.com!

5.06.2012

Toward the end of each year, Oklahoma State University's Apparel Design program hosts a student fashion show - but this year was different. Last year, the fashion show took place in the college's skywalk, which is big enough to host a small show and invite a handful of guests. This year, the show was hosted in Human Science's "U" in an outdoor, three-story tent. Most of the seniors designed and created a senior collection, which was done outside of class projects on their own time. In addition, some of the younger students entered a few pieces in the show. The categories ranged from casual to cocktail and repurposed fashion to corsets.

Here are some photos from the incredible event that I was blessed to be a part of. All photos should be organized and labeled by tonight!!